Pacprocess India 2018, being organized by Messe Dusseldorf, opened in Mumbai on 24 October at the Bombay Exhibition Centre. Pacprocess India is co-located with Food Pex India, Indiapack (organized by the Indian Institute of Packaging). Drink Technology India, which is located in the same venue, also opened along with Pacprocess India. Drink Technology India is being organized by Messe Munchen.
The events will be held from 24 to 26 October and will feature companies in food processing, beverages, aseptic systems, PET technology, raw materials and ingredients, filling and packaging technology, environmental technology, packaging recycling, storage, logistics and transport equipment, among others.
Some of the exhibitors include Srinath Rotopack, Vishakha Polyfab, Sanjeev Flexi Pack, Konica Minolta Business Solutions, and Bosch Rexroth (India). Companies catering to the liquid packaging are part of the Drink Technology India. Some of the companies that are part of Drink Technology India include Sidel, Chemco and Manjushree, among others.
“The fact that all these trade fairs are taking place under one roof bodes well for both visitors and exhibitors. The Indian packaging industry is growing rapidly, and these platforms offer great opportunity to the industry,” NC Saha, director, Indian Institute of Packaging said during the inauguration function.
“I am very happy to tell you that almost 700 square meters of floor space has been dedicated to overseas exhibitors. This is much higher than last year,” Saha added.
Bhupendra Singh, the chief executive officer of Messe Munchen said, “The beverage and dairy sector is growing exponentially and we are confident that with our partner Messe Dusseldorf, we will create value for the packaging industry.”